A Lark on Hadrian's Wall

Larks and pewits have endorsed our way

And on each side the herons seem to be

Bright mens of a vow accomplished

As we complete our walk from sea to sea.

In recognition of the vow we made

At Benedalcrag's bay on Tynemouth strand

We reunite these waters with themselves

At Maia's Fort, on Solway's sea-born sand.

For seven days we carried the North Sea

Over the serried crags along the line

That Hdrian set with mile gates and forts

Until we reached this sea - and so conjoin

          All things in one, in thanks we are together

          In life and love - regardless of the weather!

Brian Hick May 2009

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